“There is a time for everything, a season for every activity under heaven” (Ecclestices 3:1 NLT). We live in the confines of time, we can only remember our past but we cannot see the future the way God does. Time is part of God’s creation whose purpose is defining the physical realm.
Outside of time, there is another dimension known as the spiritual realm, where God lives, that is why he can be everywhere at any moment. With this understanding, we can know that prophecy of the Bible is reliable because God sees everything as if it has already occurred.
Only God controls time, it is his personal possession. When the disciples questioned Jesus about his return, he replied, “The Father sets those dates” (Acts 1:7NLT). The scripture frequently uses the phrase, “at the appointed time,” that should tell us that all things occur on time and on schedule according to God’s plan. Even the time and place of our birth has a purpose. We may never know how intricately our lives intertwine with the rest of creation, but our God is multifaceted and glorious beyond our comprehension.
The Lord also brings comfort to us in the confines of time, when he said, “For I know the plans I have for you declare the Lord. Plans to prosper you, not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future” (Jeremiah 29:11). The Lord clearly sees the plans for our life. He understands that we live without the clear knowledge of the future, because sin clouded our vision. In order for us to receive all that he has for us, we must trust him to guide us. He has given us time and placed desires in us to lead in that fulfillment. When we enjoy this gift of time, our lives give him pleasure.
There is nothing in all creation that does not exist without purpose. Time has its purpose and it has brought glory to God.
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Saturday, January 9, 2010
Friday, January 1, 2010
New Resolve
Every new year is looked upon with hopeful anticipation, especially if the last twelve months were filled with pain, disappointment and hardship. We long for change, to start over which is the promise of the new year.
Many, myself included, ponder the past year and resolve to make certain plans to get rid of bad habits and begin new beneficial ones. By the end of January, I find myself failing miserably at the attempts of change I have made on my own.
Paul’s statement to the Galatian church should ring in our ears when we seek to implement change. He said, “After starting your Christian lives in the spirit, why are you now trying to become perfect by your own human efforts?” (Galatians 3:3 NLT). He was speaking of pursuit of religion, but we can apply that to our own lives. We belong to Christ and our lives are to bring him glory.
I believe that the evil one looks at January with an amount of pleasure. Remember his purpose is to steal, kill and destroy (John 10:10) and that means everything, all our hope, faith, purpose and joy. When we fail at our attempts of change, he wins another battle. He knows we live in an instant gratification world and it affects Christians just like anyone else. We must remember where our life comes from. Jesus said also in John 10:10 that he came to give us life to the full.
So how are we supposed to make changes? The Lord is the one who inspires change. Have you heard him lately? Listen quietly for that still small voice, He will tell you what you need to do. “If we confess our sin he is faithful and just to forgive us and cleanse us from every wrong” (1 John 1:9 NLT). His faithful love endures through all circumstances.
Let’s make the resolution to seek his face, listen for his voice, do as he says and confess our sins when we fail. If we can resolve to implement this lifestyle, the Lord will make 2010 a year to remember!
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Many, myself included, ponder the past year and resolve to make certain plans to get rid of bad habits and begin new beneficial ones. By the end of January, I find myself failing miserably at the attempts of change I have made on my own.
Paul’s statement to the Galatian church should ring in our ears when we seek to implement change. He said, “After starting your Christian lives in the spirit, why are you now trying to become perfect by your own human efforts?” (Galatians 3:3 NLT). He was speaking of pursuit of religion, but we can apply that to our own lives. We belong to Christ and our lives are to bring him glory.
I believe that the evil one looks at January with an amount of pleasure. Remember his purpose is to steal, kill and destroy (John 10:10) and that means everything, all our hope, faith, purpose and joy. When we fail at our attempts of change, he wins another battle. He knows we live in an instant gratification world and it affects Christians just like anyone else. We must remember where our life comes from. Jesus said also in John 10:10 that he came to give us life to the full.
So how are we supposed to make changes? The Lord is the one who inspires change. Have you heard him lately? Listen quietly for that still small voice, He will tell you what you need to do. “If we confess our sin he is faithful and just to forgive us and cleanse us from every wrong” (1 John 1:9 NLT). His faithful love endures through all circumstances.
Let’s make the resolution to seek his face, listen for his voice, do as he says and confess our sins when we fail. If we can resolve to implement this lifestyle, the Lord will make 2010 a year to remember!
copyright©2010 tathorpe-All Rights Reserved-
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